Union Ministry of Home Affairs Launches Cyber Commandos Training with IITs and IIITs

Thursday, 29 August 2024, 08:00

Union Ministry of Home Affairs is collaborating with IITs and IIITs to train a pioneering batch of cyber commandos. This initiative aims to bolster cybersecurity through specialized training, focusing on incident response and digital forensics. Nearly 350 personnel from state police forces will receive rigorous training to combat rising cyber threats in India.
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Union Ministry of Home Affairs Launches Cyber Commandos Training with IITs and IIITs

Elevating Cybersecurity: MHA's Cyber Commandos Initiative

Union Ministry of Home Affairs is stepping up its cybersecurity measures by partnering with esteemed institutions like IIT Kanpur, IIT Madras, and IIIT Naya Raipur to train its first batch of cyber commandos. This program, set to launch on September 10, aims to create a specialized team responsible for securing Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), incident preparedness, and digital forensic activities.

Comprehensive Training for a Safer Future

With the alarming rise of cyber fraud affecting millions of Indians, the selected candidates—nearly 350 from various state police forces—will undergo intensive training to enhance their capabilities in responding to cyberattacks. Officials point out that Maharashtra and Telangana have faced significant losses, highlighting the urgency of this initiative.

  • Institutions Involved:
  • IIT Kanpur
  • IIT Madras
  • IIIT Naya Raipur
  • Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy, Hyderabad
  • NFSU Delhi
  • NFSU Gandhinagar

This program marks a significant step in India's battle against cybersecurity challenges.


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